Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes)

Mitchell Park Domes - Three Iconic Glass Domes with 2,000+ Plant Species

Three iconic glass beehive domes in Mitchell Park, operated by Milwaukee County Parks. The complex houses 2,000+ plant species across Tropical, Desert, and Floral Show domes (the latter rotating 5 seasonal exhibits annually).

Programs for Kids

Education programming through Milwaukee Domes Alliance. Programs include:
- Educational Field Trips
- Self-guided group visits (groups of 10+)
- Hands-on nature programs for all ages
- Family events year-round

What's Included

• Tropical Dome (1,200 species rainforest plants)
• Desert Dome (cacti, succulents, desert palms)
• Floral Show Dome (5 rotating seasonal exhibits)
• Mon-Fri 9-5 / Sat-Sun 9-4

Experience

Milwaukee families use the Domes as a year-round indoor destination, especially during Wisconsin winters when the Tropical Dome offers a humid escape. The Layton Boulevard location is on Milwaukee's south side, reachable from I-94 and 27th Street.